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Industry News
Fluor expects growth in data center, semiconductor construction
Fluor CEO David Constable reiterated a positive outlook on data center construction during the firm’s second quarter earnings call on Friday, highlighting strong demand due to rapid growth in cloud technology and artificial intelligence.
NECA News
Interested in Joining a Peer Group with Fellow NECA Members?
Peer Groups are a group of companies that operate in the same industry sector and are of similar size but different geographical, non-competing markets. Participants have an opportunity to share experiences and gain perspectives from individuals in the industry that do not operate in the same geographic market, enabling an environment for trust and the open exchange of ideas and information!
Government Affairs Recap for July 2024
Congress is officially out for August recess and the 2024 Democratic National Convention is right around the corner. We will monitor how these major changes in the race for the White House might trickle down to the House and Senate Races we are tracking. On July 22, the House passed H.R. 8812, the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2024, by a bipartisan vote of 359-13.
Nominate an Individual for the NECA Innovator of the Year Award
The NECA Innovator of the Year is awarded to an industry pioneer from a NECA member contractor who champions innovation and continuous improvement across their company and the entire NECA community. Winners are recognized at the annual MEP Innovation Conference hosted by NECA, MCAA, and SMACNA. Deadline for consideration is November 15, 2024.
Join Us At NECA 2024 San Diego
You can't miss all that NECA 2024 San Diego has to offer! From industry leading education sessions to the largest trade show we've ever had, this year's convention is going to be the BEST yet. We are also excited to host an Emerging Innovation Hub that will be the place to discover the latest in engaging technology and the perfect tool that will help drive your business to new heights.
Upcoming Events
In-Person Events
NECA 2024 San Diego
Sept. 28 - Oct. 1 | San Diego, CA
Virtual Classrooms
Electrical Contractor Essentials: Business and Field Operations
August 20 - 22 | 1:00 - 3:30 p.m. ET
Basic Estimating of Electrical Construction
Sept. 9 - 20 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. ET
Basic Estimating of Electrical Construction
Sept. 9 - 20 | 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. ET
Surviving Today's OSHA
Sept. 10 | 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. ET
Construction Equipment Economics – Building Blocks of an Effective Equipment Budget
Oct. 23 | 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. ET
Webinars
How to Quickly and Easily Navigate Digital Codes & Standards
August
6 | 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
The Future of DC Powered Buildings
August 13 | 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. ET
Leading the Transition to an Energy Efficient World
August 27 | 1:00 - 2:00 pm. ET
Harnessing the Power of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs): Streaming Success in Electrical Construction
August 28 | 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
ET
How SMART Infrastructure Can Become Dangerously Dumb
Sept. 3 | 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. ET
The Contractors Business Case for PoE Lighting and Automation
Sept. 5 | 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. ET
Significant Dates
August 9 | International Day of World's Indigenious People
August 26 | Women's Equality Day
Labor Relations
Latest Resources:
- July 26: Best Practices - Taking Minutes
- July 19: NECA Guidance on the Application of the Reverse Layoff Clause
- July 19: NECA Guidance on the Application of the Apprenticeship Ratio Clause
NECAPAC
PAC Total - $377,810